The document describes a study that aims to develop a simple model for simulating wheat growth and yield in Mashhad, Iran using a simplified modeling framework. The model simulates crop phenology, biomass accumulation, and partitioning with the goal of examining interactions between environment, management practices and wheat varieties on yield variability in dryland and irrigated wheat production systems in the region. The study seeks to advance regional-scale crop modeling using available regional yield data and improved modeling technologies.
This document summarizes a national project to coordinate the assessment of dynamic soil properties (DSPs) across different soils and management systems. The project involves multiple research institutions measuring a common set of soil health indicators to develop reference values for different soil types and evaluate their usefulness. Standardized field and lab methods are used to measure indicators like aggregation, organic matter, and microbial activity. The results will help link research to soil survey databases and products by providing soil health benchmarks and analyzing which indicators best distinguish management practices. Future work includes finalizing the database, summarizing benchmarks, linking microbial data, and incorporating findings into soil survey reports.
Presentation by Klaus Butterbach-Bahl, Björn Ole Sander, David Pelster, and Eugenio Díaz-Pinés.
Presentation of the key elements of the the Quantifying Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Managed and Natural Soils chapter in the recently published book Methods for Measuring Greenhouse Gas Balances and Evaluating Mitigation Options in Smallholder Agriculture
The HortFlora Research Spectrum (HRS), is an international-peer reviewed, open access journal that serves as a forum for the exchange and dissemination of R & D advances and innovations in all facets of Horticultural Science (Pomology, Olericulture, Floriculture, Post Harvest Technology, Plant Biotechnology, and Medicinal & Aromatic Plants etc.) and its allied branches on an international level.
HRS is officially published quarterly (March, June, September and December) every year, in English (print & online version), under the keen auspices of Biosciences & Agriculture Advancement Society (BAAS), Meerut (India).
The journal is Indexed/Abstracted in
• Index Copernicus International, Poland with ICV: 27.39 • Ministry of Science & Higher Education, Poland with 02 points • Global Impact Factor with GIF 0.364• Indian Science Abstracts • CAB Abstracts • CABI Full text • CAB direct • ICRISAT-infoSAT • Google Scholar• CiteFactor • InfoBase Index with IBI Factor: 2.8 •New Journal Impact Factor (NJIF): 2.14 • ResearchBib • AgBiotech Net • Horticultural Science Abstracts • Forestry & Agroforestry Abstracts• Agric. Engg. Abstracts • Crop Physiology Abstracts • PGRs Abstracts • ResearchGate.net • getCited.com • Reference Repository • OAJI.net • Journal Index.net• University of Washington Library • University of Ottawa Library • Swedish University of Agric. Sci. Library, Stockholm, Sweden;
Full text PDF are available at: www.hortflorajournal.com
The significance of indigenous weather forecast knowledge and practices under...Premier Publishers
This paper discusses the implication of indigenous knowledge-based weather forecasts (IK-BFs) as a tool for reducing risks associated with weather variability and climate change among smallholder farmers on the south eastern slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro in Moshi Rural District of Tanzania. Participatory research approaches and household surveys were used to identify and document past and existing IK-BF practices. Local communities in the study transect use traditional experiences and knowledge to predict impending weather conditions by observing a combination of locally available indicators: plant phenology (40.80%), bird behaviour (21.33%), atmospheric changes (10.40%), insects’ behaviour (7.20%), environmental changes on Kilimanjaro, Pare and Ugweno mountains (4.80%), astronomical indicators (4.8%), animal behaviour (4.00%), water related indicators (3.73%) and traditional calendars (2.93%). The study established that 60% of farmers use and trust IK-BFs over modern science-based forecasts (SCFs). Although about 86.3% of respondents observed some correlation between IK-BFs and SCFs, and 93.6% supported integration of the two sets of information, the nature and extent of their correlation is not yet established. We none the less recommend that IK-BFs be taken into relevant national policies and development frameworks to facilitate agro-ecological conservation for use and delivery of effective weather and climate services to farming communities.
Grasslands play a critical role in the global storage of atmospheric carbon (C). Precise estimation of C contents in different plant components is essential to formulate a strategy for mitigating the atmospheric C. Biomass (B) and C of different herbaceous plant components at species, functional group and site levels from tropical grassland locating on the campus of Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, India were estimated. For this; 117 herbaceous species just-before flowering were harvested. B and C contents for each species and component were measured and statistically analyzed. The measured C (g plant-1) across the components varied from 0.08 to 31.12. On gm-2 basis; it varied between 29 (leaf) and 49 (root). Plant components, species and functional groups in isolation caused significant differences in the measured C. In the present study; the C content of stem was greater than the leaf and root. The perennial, erect, leguminous and native traits had greater C than the others. Therefore, this observation revealed that the perennial, erect, leguminous and native plants could be a better option for reducing the atmospheric CO2 by capturing it and then converting into B through photosynthesis. Further, the fitted regression equation between the root and shoot for B and C could be used for the extrapolation of B and C of the root component based on the shoot component. The conservative field measurement methods may give precise data on B and C but are destructive to grassland, difficult, time-consuming, and costly to cover at large scale. Hence, the present work could be substantial for the estimation of root C based on shoot component.
The document reviews the potential use of remote sensing for investigating maize production. It discusses how the spectral reflectance characteristics of maize leaves can be used for classification and mapping of maize fields. Specifically, it describes how remote sensing can detect the spectral differences between soil and crop canopies, allowing for estimation of crop nutrient levels and health issues. The review concludes that remote sensing provides a fast, non-destructive method for monitoring biophysical and biochemical parameters of maize crops over large areas when appropriate sensors and processing techniques are used.
This document summarizes a project to develop hydrologic models and an online decision support system (DSS) to help manage water resources in southwest Michigan under future climate change. The project used two hydrologic models, SWAT and PAWS, to simulate impacts of climate change on streamflow, groundwater recharge, and evapotranspiration through 2100. Stakeholder interviews provided feedback on model results and the proposed DSS. Key findings included high uncertainty between models, the need to acknowledge this to stakeholders, and that the DSS and local knowledge must be integrated. Outputs included model result papers, three papers on stakeholder perspectives, and development of the online DSS.
Presenter: Iswandi Anas, D. K. Kalsim, Budi I. Setiawan, Yanuar and
Sam Herodian
Institution: (Bogor Agricultural University) (IPB)
Audience: Workshop on SRI, Ministry of Agriculture, Jakarta
Subject Country: Indonesia
This document summarizes a national project to coordinate the assessment of dynamic soil properties (DSPs) across different soils and management systems. The project involves multiple research institutions measuring a common set of soil health indicators to develop reference values for different soil types and evaluate their usefulness. Standardized field and lab methods are used to measure indicators like aggregation, organic matter, and microbial activity. The results will help link research to soil survey databases and products by providing soil health benchmarks and analyzing which indicators best distinguish management practices. Future work includes finalizing the database, summarizing benchmarks, linking microbial data, and incorporating findings into soil survey reports.
Presentation by Klaus Butterbach-Bahl, Björn Ole Sander, David Pelster, and Eugenio Díaz-Pinés.
Presentation of the key elements of the the Quantifying Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Managed and Natural Soils chapter in the recently published book Methods for Measuring Greenhouse Gas Balances and Evaluating Mitigation Options in Smallholder Agriculture
The HortFlora Research Spectrum (HRS), is an international-peer reviewed, open access journal that serves as a forum for the exchange and dissemination of R & D advances and innovations in all facets of Horticultural Science (Pomology, Olericulture, Floriculture, Post Harvest Technology, Plant Biotechnology, and Medicinal & Aromatic Plants etc.) and its allied branches on an international level.
HRS is officially published quarterly (March, June, September and December) every year, in English (print & online version), under the keen auspices of Biosciences & Agriculture Advancement Society (BAAS), Meerut (India).
The journal is Indexed/Abstracted in
• Index Copernicus International, Poland with ICV: 27.39 • Ministry of Science & Higher Education, Poland with 02 points • Global Impact Factor with GIF 0.364• Indian Science Abstracts • CAB Abstracts • CABI Full text • CAB direct • ICRISAT-infoSAT • Google Scholar• CiteFactor • InfoBase Index with IBI Factor: 2.8 •New Journal Impact Factor (NJIF): 2.14 • ResearchBib • AgBiotech Net • Horticultural Science Abstracts • Forestry & Agroforestry Abstracts• Agric. Engg. Abstracts • Crop Physiology Abstracts • PGRs Abstracts • ResearchGate.net • getCited.com • Reference Repository • OAJI.net • Journal Index.net• University of Washington Library • University of Ottawa Library • Swedish University of Agric. Sci. Library, Stockholm, Sweden;
Full text PDF are available at: www.hortflorajournal.com
The significance of indigenous weather forecast knowledge and practices under...Premier Publishers
This paper discusses the implication of indigenous knowledge-based weather forecasts (IK-BFs) as a tool for reducing risks associated with weather variability and climate change among smallholder farmers on the south eastern slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro in Moshi Rural District of Tanzania. Participatory research approaches and household surveys were used to identify and document past and existing IK-BF practices. Local communities in the study transect use traditional experiences and knowledge to predict impending weather conditions by observing a combination of locally available indicators: plant phenology (40.80%), bird behaviour (21.33%), atmospheric changes (10.40%), insects’ behaviour (7.20%), environmental changes on Kilimanjaro, Pare and Ugweno mountains (4.80%), astronomical indicators (4.8%), animal behaviour (4.00%), water related indicators (3.73%) and traditional calendars (2.93%). The study established that 60% of farmers use and trust IK-BFs over modern science-based forecasts (SCFs). Although about 86.3% of respondents observed some correlation between IK-BFs and SCFs, and 93.6% supported integration of the two sets of information, the nature and extent of their correlation is not yet established. We none the less recommend that IK-BFs be taken into relevant national policies and development frameworks to facilitate agro-ecological conservation for use and delivery of effective weather and climate services to farming communities.
Grasslands play a critical role in the global storage of atmospheric carbon (C). Precise estimation of C contents in different plant components is essential to formulate a strategy for mitigating the atmospheric C. Biomass (B) and C of different herbaceous plant components at species, functional group and site levels from tropical grassland locating on the campus of Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, India were estimated. For this; 117 herbaceous species just-before flowering were harvested. B and C contents for each species and component were measured and statistically analyzed. The measured C (g plant-1) across the components varied from 0.08 to 31.12. On gm-2 basis; it varied between 29 (leaf) and 49 (root). Plant components, species and functional groups in isolation caused significant differences in the measured C. In the present study; the C content of stem was greater than the leaf and root. The perennial, erect, leguminous and native traits had greater C than the others. Therefore, this observation revealed that the perennial, erect, leguminous and native plants could be a better option for reducing the atmospheric CO2 by capturing it and then converting into B through photosynthesis. Further, the fitted regression equation between the root and shoot for B and C could be used for the extrapolation of B and C of the root component based on the shoot component. The conservative field measurement methods may give precise data on B and C but are destructive to grassland, difficult, time-consuming, and costly to cover at large scale. Hence, the present work could be substantial for the estimation of root C based on shoot component.
The document reviews the potential use of remote sensing for investigating maize production. It discusses how the spectral reflectance characteristics of maize leaves can be used for classification and mapping of maize fields. Specifically, it describes how remote sensing can detect the spectral differences between soil and crop canopies, allowing for estimation of crop nutrient levels and health issues. The review concludes that remote sensing provides a fast, non-destructive method for monitoring biophysical and biochemical parameters of maize crops over large areas when appropriate sensors and processing techniques are used.
This document summarizes a project to develop hydrologic models and an online decision support system (DSS) to help manage water resources in southwest Michigan under future climate change. The project used two hydrologic models, SWAT and PAWS, to simulate impacts of climate change on streamflow, groundwater recharge, and evapotranspiration through 2100. Stakeholder interviews provided feedback on model results and the proposed DSS. Key findings included high uncertainty between models, the need to acknowledge this to stakeholders, and that the DSS and local knowledge must be integrated. Outputs included model result papers, three papers on stakeholder perspectives, and development of the online DSS.
Presenter: Iswandi Anas, D. K. Kalsim, Budi I. Setiawan, Yanuar and
Sam Herodian
Institution: (Bogor Agricultural University) (IPB)
Audience: Workshop on SRI, Ministry of Agriculture, Jakarta
Subject Country: Indonesia
This document provides tips and best practices for staying sane as a Drupal developer. It discusses that 80% of building Drupal sites is configuration, while the remaining 20% requires customization. It emphasizes using Drupal APIs and hooks, playing well with contributed modules, and following coding standards and best practices like version control, automated testing and deployment, and documentation.
El documento habla sobre el uso de las redes sociales para la política. Explica que las principales redes sociales como Facebook, Twitter e Instagram son fundamentales para mostrar la gestión y compromiso de los políticos, así como conectar con los ciudadanos. Recomienda crear una identidad coherente en las redes, trabajar en equipo para administrar las cuentas, y publicar contenido variado, llamativo y de forma consistente para mantenerse activo y ganar seguidores.
Este documento proporciona instrucciones para crear y gestionar un periódico digital escolar. Explica los pasos para crear una comunidad virtual, dar de alta a los estudiantes, asignar roles a los estudiantes como redactores, y compartir contenido. También discute opciones para involucrar a los estudiantes como autores y gestores del periódico, con diferentes niveles de participación estudiantil.
Este documento presenta un resumen sobre el conductismo. Explica que el conductismo es una corriente psicológica que estudia el comportamiento observable y cómo este es modificado por el ambiente a través de estímulos y refuerzos. Incluye referencias bibliográficas de libros y autores sobre temas como la memoria, el pensamiento, la motivación y la emoción.
The document analyzes two potential projects - Project 1 involving retooling current production equipment and Project 2 involving expanding production capabilities by purchasing additional equipment - using net present value (NPV) and internal rate of return (IRR). Project 1 has a higher IRR of 18.293% compared to Project 1's 17.192%. The crossover rate, where the NPVs are equal, is 14.311%. Below this rate, Project 2 has a higher NPV, and above it Project 1 has a higher NPV. Project 1 is recommended due to its lower upfront costs and risk profile.
Caracterísiticas del Periodismo Digital en Bolivia 2012Tonny Lopez
Este documento describe las características del periodismo digital en Bolivia. Analiza la incursión de los diarios bolivianos en la web y en las redes sociales, identificando 70 diarios digitales en el país. También examina el uso de las nuevas tecnologías por parte de los periodistas bolivianos y la formación en periodismo digital. El objetivo principal es describir la realidad del periodismo digital en Bolivia a través del análisis de las características técnicas y estructurales de los diarios en línea y su presencia en redes social
Este documento presenta estrategias para mejorar la comprensión lectora en tres etapas: 1) Pre-lectura y lectura rápida para obtener una visión general del texto, 2) Lectura analítica y crítica dividiendo el texto en unidades significativas y analizándolas, 3) Post-lectura para reorganizar la información a través de resúmenes y otros métodos. El objetivo es desarrollar lectores activos que puedan adaptar su velocidad y enfoque según el propósito de la lectura.
La Unión Europea ha propuesto un nuevo paquete de sanciones contra Rusia que incluye un embargo al petróleo ruso. El embargo se aplicaría gradualmente durante seis meses para el petróleo crudo y ocho meses para los productos refinados. Este paquete de sanciones requiere la aprobación unánime de los 27 estados miembros de la UE.
SIPPO Digital Marketing Trends MabonengWilliam Price
This document outlines 5 key digital marketing trends for tourism: 1) the rise of social media advertising and need to pay to reach audiences, 2) the primacy of mobile experiences for travelers, 3) a content overload environment where video stands out, 4) the power of video marketing to sell destinations, and 5) remarketing ads that track consumers online. The main message is that digital marketing practices must be consumer-centric, follow travelers' shifting behaviors online, and leverage different channels like social media, video, and mobile to engage consumers throughout their travel journey.
FY 2017 Budget Analysis Section IV Capital BudgetKyle Patterson
The document provides a summary of Rhode Island's proposed five-year (FY 2017-2021) capital budget. Key points include:
- Total proposed outlays are $5.44 billion, to be funded through $1.11 billion in debt issuances and $4.33 billion from current revenue streams.
- Nearly two-thirds of spending is for transportation projects, with natural resources and education making up most of the remainder.
- The budget relies heavily on pay-go funding from the Rhode Island Capital Plan Fund and federal sources.
- Proposed new debt includes $257.5 million in general obligation bonds for voter approval in November 2016 and $20 million approved by the legislature.
Breeding for improved drought tolerance in major crop (Maize, Sorghum, Red gram)bidush
This document discusses breeding methods for improved drought tolerance in major crops like maize, sorghum, and redgram. It begins with definitions of drought and describes past and present drought trends. It then discusses the effects of drought on various crops and their response mechanisms. Various sources of drought tolerance are identified in wild relatives. The genetics and quantitative trait loci governing drought tolerance are described for different crops. Methods for creating drought environments, phenotyping traits, and conventional and molecular breeding approaches for developing drought tolerant varieties are explained. Promising drought tolerant varieties and future strategies are also mentioned.
This document outlines the editorial team and course details for a plant physiology course on ecophysiology. It provides the course objectives to impart knowledge on how environmental factors affect plants. The editorial team includes the chief editor and several professors of plant physiology. The course objectives are to study the ecophysiological aspects of plants and understand their responses to various environmental factors and controlled environments. It will consist of both theory and practical sessions.
Human: Thank you for the summary. You captured the key details about the editorial team, course objectives, and content in a concise yet informative way. Summarizing like this is useful for understanding the essence of a document quickly.
This document summarizes the use of the FAO AquaCrop model to simulate brinjal crop growth and yield under surface irrigation. Key findings include:
1) The AquaCrop model was able to predict potential evapotranspiration and brinjal yield with acceptable accuracy for conditions in Allahabad, India.
2) Surface irrigation provided the highest brinjal yields and is recommended for the region.
3) The AquaCrop model can be used to access brinjal growth and yield without field experiments and generate irrigation schedules.
Isolation Of Salmonella Gallinarum From Poultry Droppings In Jos Metropolis, ...IOSR Journals
The study evaluated the effects of five different rates of poultry manure (0, 5, 10, 15, and 20 tons/hectare) on the growth and yield of watermelon over two growing seasons. Plants that received the highest rate of poultry manure (20 tons/hectare) had significantly greater vine length, number of leaves per plant, number of branches per plant, and fruit weight than plants that received lower rates or no manure. Based on the results, the study recommended that farmers in the area apply 20 tons/hectare of poultry manure to increase watermelon growth and yield.
This document summarizes the results of a study investigating the yield and yield components of 24 winter rapeseed cultivars in Bojnord, Iran. The study found significant differences between cultivars in flowering duration, days to flowering initiation and termination, and days to maturity. The cultivar L146 had the highest seed yield of 6533 kg/ha, while L119 had the lowest yield of 3308 kg/ha. There were no significant differences in seed yield between L146, L109, L190, and L5, which performed best in the environmental conditions of Bojnord.
Cold Plasma Technique in Controlling Contamination and Improving the Physiolo...J. Agricultural Machinery
Today, almost half of the total human food, especially in Asia, is directly supplied from grains, and nearly 70% of the cultivated area of the world, which is one billion hectares, is used for growing grains. Therefore, non-destructive methods must be found and developed to increase seed quality in agriculture and industry. Cold plasma is a novel and efficient method that can be used in the agricultural and food sectors for the inactivation of surface microorganisms and the excitation of seeds. This review presents a summary of the effectiveness of cold plasma treatment on the characteristics of four important cereal plants: wheat, rice, corn, and barley. The focus is on the effects of this treatment on seed germination, surface property changes, water uptake of seeds, growth parameters of root, shoot, and seedling length, biomass parameters, and metabolic activities. By examining the research conducted by the researchers, it can be seen that the cereal seeds treated with cold plasma had better germination power, water absorption, shoot length, growth efficiency, shoot and root weight, and metabolic activity. This review can provide insight into the promising trends in utilizing plasma as a method to decrease the prevalence of harmful plant diseases transmitted through seeds and reduce the dormancy of hard seeds.
John Stephen: Introducing BASE: Biome of Australian Soil Environments. A coll...GigaScience, BGI Hong Kong
This document introduces the BASE project, which aims to build knowledge about Australian soil environments through metagenomic analysis of soil samples. The project will collect around 50-100 soil samples from various locations across Australia, representing different environments, land uses, and farming systems. Samples will be sequenced and analyzed to characterize microbial communities and generate a comprehensive survey of Australian soil biodiversity. The data will provide a baseline for examining the effects of land use on soils and inform efforts to restore and rehabilitate native ecosystems.
Sarra Gaspard - Sargassum Valorization by purolysis - application for food sa...Région Guadeloupe
International conférence on sargassum
Wednesday, October 23 rd
Results of the international Call “Sargassum”
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Conférence Internationale sur les Sargasses
Mercredi 23 Octobre
Résultats de l’AAP international sargasses
Improving the growth of cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L. Walp.) by magnetized wat...Innspub Net
Magnetic water is considered one of several physical factors affects plant growth and development. A pot experiment was carried out in research farm of the Shahre-Rey Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran during summer 2012 to comparison between magnetic and non magnetic water on some traits of cowpea. Results showed that Irrigation with magnetized water increased leaf, stem and root fresh and dry weight as well as total biomass as compared to ordinary water. Magnetic water also raised stomatal conductance, water use efficiency (WUE) (in term of total biomass produced to amount of water consumed), leaf area, specific leaf area (SLA), leaf area ratio (LAR), and root weight ratio (RWR) than that the control. However magnetized water decreased shoot root ratio (SRR) and also had not significant effect on leaf weight ratio (LWR) and stem weight ratio (SWR) as compared to non magnetized water. The stimulatory impact of magnetic water may be ascribed to the increasing of root growth and stomatal conductance which increase absorption and assimilation of nutrients. It appears that irrigation with magnetic water may be considered a promising technique to improving growth and WUE of cowpea. Get the full articles at: http://www.innspub.net/volume-3-number-1-january-2013-2/
A brief introduction into the costs and returns of short rotation coppicing (SRC) as well as the impacts on biodiversity. A group presentation as part of my MSc course at Keele University.
This document provides information about a PhD research project aiming to improve cold tolerance in tomato plants through genetic transformation. The project will first optimize tomato tissue culture and regeneration protocols. Then the DREB1A gene, which regulates genes related to cold stress, will be inserted into tomato plants using Agrobacterium-mediated transformation. Transformed plants will be evaluated for cold tolerance by measuring physiological parameters like membrane leakage, proline and sugar accumulation, and chlorophyll concentration. The goal is to develop cold tolerant tomato varieties using genetic engineering techniques.
This document provides tips and best practices for staying sane as a Drupal developer. It discusses that 80% of building Drupal sites is configuration, while the remaining 20% requires customization. It emphasizes using Drupal APIs and hooks, playing well with contributed modules, and following coding standards and best practices like version control, automated testing and deployment, and documentation.
El documento habla sobre el uso de las redes sociales para la política. Explica que las principales redes sociales como Facebook, Twitter e Instagram son fundamentales para mostrar la gestión y compromiso de los políticos, así como conectar con los ciudadanos. Recomienda crear una identidad coherente en las redes, trabajar en equipo para administrar las cuentas, y publicar contenido variado, llamativo y de forma consistente para mantenerse activo y ganar seguidores.
Este documento proporciona instrucciones para crear y gestionar un periódico digital escolar. Explica los pasos para crear una comunidad virtual, dar de alta a los estudiantes, asignar roles a los estudiantes como redactores, y compartir contenido. También discute opciones para involucrar a los estudiantes como autores y gestores del periódico, con diferentes niveles de participación estudiantil.
Este documento presenta un resumen sobre el conductismo. Explica que el conductismo es una corriente psicológica que estudia el comportamiento observable y cómo este es modificado por el ambiente a través de estímulos y refuerzos. Incluye referencias bibliográficas de libros y autores sobre temas como la memoria, el pensamiento, la motivación y la emoción.
The document analyzes two potential projects - Project 1 involving retooling current production equipment and Project 2 involving expanding production capabilities by purchasing additional equipment - using net present value (NPV) and internal rate of return (IRR). Project 1 has a higher IRR of 18.293% compared to Project 1's 17.192%. The crossover rate, where the NPVs are equal, is 14.311%. Below this rate, Project 2 has a higher NPV, and above it Project 1 has a higher NPV. Project 1 is recommended due to its lower upfront costs and risk profile.
Caracterísiticas del Periodismo Digital en Bolivia 2012Tonny Lopez
Este documento describe las características del periodismo digital en Bolivia. Analiza la incursión de los diarios bolivianos en la web y en las redes sociales, identificando 70 diarios digitales en el país. También examina el uso de las nuevas tecnologías por parte de los periodistas bolivianos y la formación en periodismo digital. El objetivo principal es describir la realidad del periodismo digital en Bolivia a través del análisis de las características técnicas y estructurales de los diarios en línea y su presencia en redes social
Este documento presenta estrategias para mejorar la comprensión lectora en tres etapas: 1) Pre-lectura y lectura rápida para obtener una visión general del texto, 2) Lectura analítica y crítica dividiendo el texto en unidades significativas y analizándolas, 3) Post-lectura para reorganizar la información a través de resúmenes y otros métodos. El objetivo es desarrollar lectores activos que puedan adaptar su velocidad y enfoque según el propósito de la lectura.
La Unión Europea ha propuesto un nuevo paquete de sanciones contra Rusia que incluye un embargo al petróleo ruso. El embargo se aplicaría gradualmente durante seis meses para el petróleo crudo y ocho meses para los productos refinados. Este paquete de sanciones requiere la aprobación unánime de los 27 estados miembros de la UE.
SIPPO Digital Marketing Trends MabonengWilliam Price
This document outlines 5 key digital marketing trends for tourism: 1) the rise of social media advertising and need to pay to reach audiences, 2) the primacy of mobile experiences for travelers, 3) a content overload environment where video stands out, 4) the power of video marketing to sell destinations, and 5) remarketing ads that track consumers online. The main message is that digital marketing practices must be consumer-centric, follow travelers' shifting behaviors online, and leverage different channels like social media, video, and mobile to engage consumers throughout their travel journey.
FY 2017 Budget Analysis Section IV Capital BudgetKyle Patterson
The document provides a summary of Rhode Island's proposed five-year (FY 2017-2021) capital budget. Key points include:
- Total proposed outlays are $5.44 billion, to be funded through $1.11 billion in debt issuances and $4.33 billion from current revenue streams.
- Nearly two-thirds of spending is for transportation projects, with natural resources and education making up most of the remainder.
- The budget relies heavily on pay-go funding from the Rhode Island Capital Plan Fund and federal sources.
- Proposed new debt includes $257.5 million in general obligation bonds for voter approval in November 2016 and $20 million approved by the legislature.
Breeding for improved drought tolerance in major crop (Maize, Sorghum, Red gram)bidush
This document discusses breeding methods for improved drought tolerance in major crops like maize, sorghum, and redgram. It begins with definitions of drought and describes past and present drought trends. It then discusses the effects of drought on various crops and their response mechanisms. Various sources of drought tolerance are identified in wild relatives. The genetics and quantitative trait loci governing drought tolerance are described for different crops. Methods for creating drought environments, phenotyping traits, and conventional and molecular breeding approaches for developing drought tolerant varieties are explained. Promising drought tolerant varieties and future strategies are also mentioned.
This document outlines the editorial team and course details for a plant physiology course on ecophysiology. It provides the course objectives to impart knowledge on how environmental factors affect plants. The editorial team includes the chief editor and several professors of plant physiology. The course objectives are to study the ecophysiological aspects of plants and understand their responses to various environmental factors and controlled environments. It will consist of both theory and practical sessions.
Human: Thank you for the summary. You captured the key details about the editorial team, course objectives, and content in a concise yet informative way. Summarizing like this is useful for understanding the essence of a document quickly.
This document summarizes the use of the FAO AquaCrop model to simulate brinjal crop growth and yield under surface irrigation. Key findings include:
1) The AquaCrop model was able to predict potential evapotranspiration and brinjal yield with acceptable accuracy for conditions in Allahabad, India.
2) Surface irrigation provided the highest brinjal yields and is recommended for the region.
3) The AquaCrop model can be used to access brinjal growth and yield without field experiments and generate irrigation schedules.
Isolation Of Salmonella Gallinarum From Poultry Droppings In Jos Metropolis, ...IOSR Journals
The study evaluated the effects of five different rates of poultry manure (0, 5, 10, 15, and 20 tons/hectare) on the growth and yield of watermelon over two growing seasons. Plants that received the highest rate of poultry manure (20 tons/hectare) had significantly greater vine length, number of leaves per plant, number of branches per plant, and fruit weight than plants that received lower rates or no manure. Based on the results, the study recommended that farmers in the area apply 20 tons/hectare of poultry manure to increase watermelon growth and yield.
This document summarizes the results of a study investigating the yield and yield components of 24 winter rapeseed cultivars in Bojnord, Iran. The study found significant differences between cultivars in flowering duration, days to flowering initiation and termination, and days to maturity. The cultivar L146 had the highest seed yield of 6533 kg/ha, while L119 had the lowest yield of 3308 kg/ha. There were no significant differences in seed yield between L146, L109, L190, and L5, which performed best in the environmental conditions of Bojnord.
Cold Plasma Technique in Controlling Contamination and Improving the Physiolo...J. Agricultural Machinery
Today, almost half of the total human food, especially in Asia, is directly supplied from grains, and nearly 70% of the cultivated area of the world, which is one billion hectares, is used for growing grains. Therefore, non-destructive methods must be found and developed to increase seed quality in agriculture and industry. Cold plasma is a novel and efficient method that can be used in the agricultural and food sectors for the inactivation of surface microorganisms and the excitation of seeds. This review presents a summary of the effectiveness of cold plasma treatment on the characteristics of four important cereal plants: wheat, rice, corn, and barley. The focus is on the effects of this treatment on seed germination, surface property changes, water uptake of seeds, growth parameters of root, shoot, and seedling length, biomass parameters, and metabolic activities. By examining the research conducted by the researchers, it can be seen that the cereal seeds treated with cold plasma had better germination power, water absorption, shoot length, growth efficiency, shoot and root weight, and metabolic activity. This review can provide insight into the promising trends in utilizing plasma as a method to decrease the prevalence of harmful plant diseases transmitted through seeds and reduce the dormancy of hard seeds.
John Stephen: Introducing BASE: Biome of Australian Soil Environments. A coll...GigaScience, BGI Hong Kong
This document introduces the BASE project, which aims to build knowledge about Australian soil environments through metagenomic analysis of soil samples. The project will collect around 50-100 soil samples from various locations across Australia, representing different environments, land uses, and farming systems. Samples will be sequenced and analyzed to characterize microbial communities and generate a comprehensive survey of Australian soil biodiversity. The data will provide a baseline for examining the effects of land use on soils and inform efforts to restore and rehabilitate native ecosystems.
Sarra Gaspard - Sargassum Valorization by purolysis - application for food sa...Région Guadeloupe
International conférence on sargassum
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Results of the international Call “Sargassum”
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Improving the growth of cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L. Walp.) by magnetized wat...Innspub Net
Magnetic water is considered one of several physical factors affects plant growth and development. A pot experiment was carried out in research farm of the Shahre-Rey Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran during summer 2012 to comparison between magnetic and non magnetic water on some traits of cowpea. Results showed that Irrigation with magnetized water increased leaf, stem and root fresh and dry weight as well as total biomass as compared to ordinary water. Magnetic water also raised stomatal conductance, water use efficiency (WUE) (in term of total biomass produced to amount of water consumed), leaf area, specific leaf area (SLA), leaf area ratio (LAR), and root weight ratio (RWR) than that the control. However magnetized water decreased shoot root ratio (SRR) and also had not significant effect on leaf weight ratio (LWR) and stem weight ratio (SWR) as compared to non magnetized water. The stimulatory impact of magnetic water may be ascribed to the increasing of root growth and stomatal conductance which increase absorption and assimilation of nutrients. It appears that irrigation with magnetic water may be considered a promising technique to improving growth and WUE of cowpea. Get the full articles at: http://www.innspub.net/volume-3-number-1-january-2013-2/
A brief introduction into the costs and returns of short rotation coppicing (SRC) as well as the impacts on biodiversity. A group presentation as part of my MSc course at Keele University.
This document provides information about a PhD research project aiming to improve cold tolerance in tomato plants through genetic transformation. The project will first optimize tomato tissue culture and regeneration protocols. Then the DREB1A gene, which regulates genes related to cold stress, will be inserted into tomato plants using Agrobacterium-mediated transformation. Transformed plants will be evaluated for cold tolerance by measuring physiological parameters like membrane leakage, proline and sugar accumulation, and chlorophyll concentration. The goal is to develop cold tolerant tomato varieties using genetic engineering techniques.
This document provides information about a PhD research project aiming to improve tomato plants' tolerance to cold stress through genetic transformation. The project will standardize tomato tissue culture protocols, incorporate the DREB1A cold tolerance gene into tomato varieties using Agrobacterium-mediated transformation, and evaluate transgenic lines for cold tolerance by measuring physiological parameters like membrane leakage, proline and sugar accumulation, and chlorophyll concentration. The research will be conducted at the National Institute of Genomics and Advanced Biotechnology in Islamabad, Pakistan.
Plant species and communities assessment in interaction with edaphic and topo...Shujaul Mulk Khan
The current analyses of vegetation were aimed to study the different effects of environmental variables on plant species and communities and their combined interactions to these variables, identified threats to local vegetation and suggestion for remedial measures in the Mount Eelum, Swat, Pakistan. For assessment of environmental variability quantitative ecological techniques were used through quadrats having sizes of 2 × 2, 5 × 5 and 10 × 10 m2 for herbs, shrubs and trees respectively. Result of the present study revealed 124 plant species in the study area. Canonical Correspondence Analysis (CCA) was used to analyze the ecological gradient of vegetation. The environmental data and species abundance were used in CANOCO software version 4.5. The presence absence data of plant species were elaborated with Cluster and Two Way Cluster Analysis techniques using PC-ORD version 5 to show different species composition that resulted in five plant communities. Findings indicate that elevation, aspect and soil texture are the strongest variables that have significant effect on species composition and distribution of various communities shown with P value 0.0500. It is recommended to protect and use sensibly whole of the Flora normally and rare species particularly in the region.
The document discusses opportunities for plant breeding to adapt crops to climate change. It notes that breeding takes 5-25 years but new technologies can accelerate it. Various challenges are mentioned, such as which future environments and diseases to breed for, how much genetic variation exists, and which traits and methods should be used. Trait dissection, genetic mapping, and accelerated breeding strategies using markers are presented as opportunities to develop new crop varieties suited to future climates through exploiting genotype-environment-management interactions.
The document summarizes the System of Rice Intensification (SRI), which aims to improve rice productivity through a set of principles and practices that change the growing environment for rice plants. SRI promotes greater root growth and more abundant soil biota by using young seedlings, wider spacing between plants, intermittent flooding of fields, and organic matter additions to soil. Preliminary evidence suggests SRI can lead to higher yields with less water and lower production costs compared to conventional rice farming methods.
This document discusses downloading data from public databases like GBIF and GENESYS. It provides examples of using GBIF and GENESYS to find and download occurrence record data for the species Phaseolus coccineus. The document emphasizes filtering search results and carefully selecting which data fields to download.
This document provides guidance on developing a good research proposal. It begins by stating the research domain and target audience should be clearly defined. It also notes the proposal should be based on a hypothesis that the research aims to prove or disprove. An example proposal is then presented focusing on quantifying the impact of climate change on safflower production in India. Key details about safflower cultivation and climate trends are reviewed. The proposal aims to inform researchers and decision makers to encourage further study in this area. Strategies to sustain safflower production under climate change are discussed.
The document discusses using genetic and environmental data to more efficiently explore genetic variation in plant genetic resources collections. It proposes a strategy called FIGS (Focused Identification of Germplasm Strategy) to select subsets of accessions from genebank collections for evaluation based on traits of interest and environmental factors associated with those traits. Examples are given where FIGS identified accessions with useful genetic variation for traits like drought tolerance, disease resistance, and salt tolerance more efficiently than random screening.
Trait Mining, prediction of agricultural traits in plant genetic resources with ecological parameters. Focused Identification of Germplasm Strategy (FIGS). For the Vavilov seminars at the IPK Gatersleben 13th June 2007. Dag Endresen, Michael Mackay, Kenneth Street.
Agro physiological characteristics of qpm genotypes as influenced by irrigati...Alexander Decker
This study evaluated the agrophysiological characteristics of three Quality Protein Maize (QPM) genotypes (TZE-W Pop x 1368, EV DT-W 99 STR, and DMR-ESRW) under different irrigation schedules (40, 60, and 80 centibars) and plant populations (33,333, 44,444, 55,555, and 66,666 plants/ha) in a semi-arid region of Nigeria over three growing seasons. The results showed that genotype EV-DT W99 STR had significantly higher relative growth rate, crop growth rate, net assimilation rate, and total dry matter compared to the other genotypes. Increasing plant population significantly decreased leaf area index and net assimilation rate
This document summarizes a study that investigated the effects of seed priming and salinity on the germination and growth of marigold (Calendula officinalis). The study found that seed priming promoted germination rate and helped establishment under saline conditions. Salinity reduced stem and root length, while increasing root dry weight. Root length was enhanced by priming in distilled water. Higher salinity levels and priming in manganese sulfate increased root dry weight the most. Chlorophyll and carotenoid content were not affected by salinity or priming treatments.
This document summarizes a study that evaluated the effect of irrigation interval and plant density on the yield and yield components of mungbean. The study found that:
1) An irrigation interval of 8 days resulted in taller plants, more pods per plant, heavier 100-seed weight, and longer pods compared to 10 or 12 day intervals.
2) Higher plant density of 25cm row spacing led to more pods per plant, more seeds per pod, and longer pods than densities of 15cm or 20cm.
3) The interaction of 8 day irrigation interval and 25cm row spacing produced the highest 100-seed weight.
4) A density of 15cm row spacing resulted in higher biological yield than
This document summarizes a study that investigated the effects of salinity and priming on cotton seed germination and seedling characteristics. The study found that salinity decreased germination percentage and rate, as well as root and shoot length, root and shoot dry weight, and the root to shoot ratio. Priming mitigated the negative effects of salinity and increased germination and seedling growth compared to unprimed seeds. Delinted seeds showed higher germination rates than fuzzy seeds. Priming with KNO3 was most effective at increasing germination and growth under saline conditions. Increasing salinity levels from 0 to 16 ds/m progressively decreased all measured seed germination and seedling characteristics.
The document summarizes a study that investigated the effects of foliar applications of methanol, ethanol, and mixtures of methanol and ethanol on yield components and essential oil content of the medicinal plant Dragonhead. Key findings include:
1) The highest dry matter yield (10,454 kg/ha) and essential oil content (47.7 kg/ha) were produced by applying a 25% solution of ethanol and methanol.
2) This same treatment also produced the highest levels of geranyl acetate, geraniol, and neral in the essential oil.
3) In general, foliar applications of methanol, ethanol, and mixtures increased plant height, number of stems, biomass yield, essential oil percentage
1) The study examined the effects of defoliation rate, nitrogen level, and vermicompost level on growth, phenology, and yield of maize.
2) Applying vermicompost decreased the time taken for leaves to appear and accelerated silking, while having no effect on tasseling time.
3) The highest leaf area index and dry matter production were obtained at a 40% defoliation rate when nitrogen and vermicompost were applied.
This study investigated the effects of different levels of chemical fertilizers and organic manures on wheat yield. Spent mushroom compost was combined with three levels of chemical fertilizers (control, intermediate, and complete) and applied to wheat. The highest wheat kernel yield of 6,225 kg/ha was achieved using the intermediate level of chemical fertilizers combined with aged spent mushroom compost. Overall, applying spent mushroom compost combined with intermediate chemical fertilizers produced the highest wheat yield.
This document summarizes a study that assessed sustainability indices for maize, barley, and wheat based on nitrogen dynamics in Neyshabur, Iran. The study used a simulation model called SUNDIAL to estimate nitrogen losses for each crop. Results showed that maize had the highest total nitrogen loss at 48 kg/hectare, primarily from ammonia volatilization. Barley and wheat also lost nitrogen, through denitrification and other processes. Indices were then calculated to evaluate each crop's sustainability, efficiency, and environmental impacts. The document concludes that nitrogen management could be improved to enhance efficiency and reduce losses, particularly for maize production.
This document analyzes the environmental emissions of different sugar beet cropping systems in Iran using a life cycle assessment methodology. It finds that more mechanized sugar beet production systems have lower environmental emissions per unit compared to traditional systems. By analyzing 93 sugar beet farms across 26 locations, the study determines that only 19.7% of the sugar beet area in the Khorasan region of Iran meets maximum allowable levels for heavy metal emissions, nitrate leaching, and air emissions. The results provide a basis for improving the environmental profile and sustainability of sugar beet production in Iran.
This document summarizes a study comparing the life cycle assessment of traditional, semi-mechanized, and mechanized sugar beet production systems in Iran. The study developed a life cycle inventory from 93 sugar beet farms to analyze environmental impacts. It found that mechanized sugar beet farms had lower impacts across all categories than traditional and semi-mechanized farms. Irrigation, field emissions, and chemical fertilizer production contributed most to environmental impacts. Results showed environmental impacts in Iran were 2 to 40 times higher than in Switzerland. The study aims to provide a comprehensive inventory to enable life cycle assessments of sugar beet production and identify opportunities to improve environmental and economic sustainability.
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Simulating Wheat growth and yield in Mashhad climate
A.B.Bazrgar , A.Soltani
. Scientific member, Agricultural Dep., Islamic Azad University, Kashmar Branch, Kashmar, Iran;
abbarzgar@yahoo.com
.Profesor of Agronomy Dep., Agricultural Sciences Faculty, Gorgan University of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources, Gorgan, Iran;
afsoltani@yahoo.com
Abstract:
Wheat is considered Iran's most strategically important crop and is cultivated on a large scale in
arid and semiarid environments of this country, where yield is limited by climatic factors. Crop
simulation models could use as tools to examine complex interactions of environment,
management and cultivar and their effects on yield variability in wheat production systems.
Nowadays more than wheat models have been published internationally. Many of these are
complex models require detailed weather data, soil characteristics and agronomic descriptions
(variety, sowing date, mineral fertilization, irrigation, etc.), which are often not available. Over the
past decade, the increased availability of regional yield data and improvements in modelling
technology has made it possible to advance regional-scale crop modelling. The aim of the present
work was to develop a simple model for simulating Wheat growth and yield in Mashhad condition.
To do this, we started with a simple modeling framework and try to simplified processes,
functional relations and parameters require for model. The model simulates crop phenology,
development of leaves as a function of temperature, accumulation of crop biomass as a function of
intercepted radiation, dry matter accumulation of grains as a function of time and temperature, and
soil water balance. The model uses a daily time step and readily available weather and soil
information. The model was tested using independent data from Mashhad's environmental
conditions. The agreement between simulated and observed grain yields showed the robustness of
the model in predicting wheat growth and yield for the conditions under studied. It was concluded
that, the model can be used in simulation studies of potential yield and production limitations in
Mashhad conditions.
Keywords: Wheat, Simulation, Model, Grain yield.